The Philippine Postal Corporation (PHLPost) through the International Bureau of the Universal Postal Union (UPU) invites young people aged 15 years-old and below to participate in its 53rd International Letter-Writing Competition for Young People, to strengthen literacy through the art of letter-writing.

The contest is designed to develop the young people’s skills in composition and the ability to express their thoughts clearly, to foster their enjoyment of letter-writing and to help strengthen the bonds of international friendship – one of the basic missions of the Universal Postal Union (UPU), a specialized agency of the United Nations wherein PHLPost is an active member.